New York Comic Con 2013

New York Comic Con kicks off this week running from October 10-13th. There will be plenty of Star Wars events and guests to check out, so you’ll want to make sure to plan ahead. To help out, we’ve compiled a rundown of the Star Wars guests who will be in attendance as well as the Star Wars events that will be going on.

Rewriting the Classics: Modern Scifi in Comics
3:15 – 4:15 PM ThurLocation: 1A10Speakers: Aub Driver, Mac Walkters, Tommy Lee EdwardsDescription: For over 20 years, Dark Horse has published some of the most well known franchises in the history of modern science fiction. From Star Wars to Aliens, the publisher is home to some of the most celebrated characters and storylines in the genre, and has consistently expanded the experience far beyond the screen. Now, join us for a look the future of the past, present and beyond with news on upcoming storylines in Prometheus, Aliens, Predator, as well as Star Wars, and the greatest 80’s film that never was, Vandroid! Not only that, we will delve into today’s science fiction classics of tomorrow, with exclusive news on Mass Effect, EVE Online, HALO and more! Dark Horse publicist Aub Driver and Editor in Chief, Scott Allie are joined by Mac Walters (Mass Effect), Tommy Lee Edwards (Vandroid), as well a cast of surprise guests, and announcements on all of your favorite Dark Horse series!

Star Wars Rebels: The Might of the Empire
2:45 – 3:45 PM SatLocation: Empire Stage 1-ESpeaker: Pablo HidalgoDescription: What happens when the Galactic Empire takes over a planet? What if Imperials took interest in your world, and garrisoned stormtroopers and TIE fighters to maintain order? Star Wars Rebels, the thrilling, all-new animated television series from Lucasfilm for Disney XD will ask those questions – and so will this panel hosted by Lucasfilm’s resident Star Wars expert, Pablo Hidalgo. Details on the show are closely guarded, but Fans at NYCC will get a first look at new art from the series, and learn new information about the formidable forces of the Galactic Empire. Star Wars Rebels is set between Episodes III and IV, and it is a dark time in the galaxy. In the spirit of the original trilogy, the Empire is once again the preeminent villain of the saga, and Star Wars Rebels puts the awesome might of Imperial forces in the spotlight. Luckily, there are those who are brave and daring enough to stand up against the oppressive Imperial might: the crew of the starship Ghost. Star Wars Rebels follows their adventures as they carry out thrilling missions against these dark forces. The series is still a year away, so don’t miss this chance to get an early look at its development.

Anthony Daniels Q&A
12:15 – 1:15 PM SunLocation: 1A23Speaker: Anthony DanielsDescription: Anthony Daniels, or more commonly known as everyone’s favorite protocol droid C-3PO, is hitting the Big Apple! Check out this Q&A as Anthony shares stories and memories from his work throughout the Star Wars saga.

The Making of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi
2:45 – 3:45 PM SunLocation: 1A23Speakers: J.W. Rinzler, Jason FryDescription: This year marks the thirtieth anniversary of Star Wars: Episode VI Return of the Jedi. Go behind-the-scenes of this fascinating film with author and Lucasfilm executive editor J.W. Rinzler and author Jason Fry. Hear some of the stories, anecdotes, recollections and revelations collected in Rinzler’s new book The Making of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi and see amazing photos and video from the set. Details about the upcoming enhanced e-books for all 3 titles in Rinzler’s The Making of Star Wars series will be revealed.

The 501st Legion, Rebel Legion and Mandalorian Mercs will all have tables at the convention so be sure to check them out.

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Full Color Fantasy: Fantasy Comics Past, Present and Future
1:30 – 2:30 PM FriLocation: 1A14Speakers: Richard Pini, Wendy Pini, Aub Driver, Brian Wood, Fred Van LenteDescription: Comics has long provided a perfect media for tales of swords, sorcery and all of the key ingredients to classic fantasy. Join us at this year’s show to celebrate the debut of ElfQuest: The Final Quest, 10 years of Conan at Dark Horse, as well as a new era of bringing video game lore to comics with Dragon Age, and another to be announced exclusively at this panel! Join Dark Horse’s Aub Driver, along with ElfQuest creators, Richard and Wendy Pini, Conan comics writers Brian Wood and Fred Van Lente, and a few surprise guests for new projects to be announced!

Diamond Select Toys: The Best of All Worlds
12:15 – 1:15 PM SatLocation: 1A01Speakers: Chuck Terciera, Eli Livingston, Robert Yee, Zach Oat, Jean St. Jean, Wendy St. JeanDescription: The creative minds at Diamond Select Toys are known for their diverse product lines, from Select-scale 7-inch action figures to electronic vehicles to role-play items to vinyl banks. Diamond Select Toys Director Chuck Terceira, Product Manager Robert Yee and Marketing Supervisor Zach Oat will attempt to cover every non-Minimates item DST has coming up, from such brands as Marvel Comics, Batman, Walking Dead, Star Wars, Star Trek, Universal Monsters, Godzilla, Knight Rider, The Munsters, Pulp Fiction, Kill Bill, Clerks, Lost in Space, Aliens, Sin City, Ghostbusters, Pathfinder, Back to the Future, Domo and more! They’ll also hold a Q&A, announce some brand-new products and there will be a prize drawing at the end of the panel!

Travel Channel’s Toy Hunter – Up Close with Jordan Hembrough
1:45 – 2:45 PM SatLocation: 1A08Speakers: Jordan Hembrough, Daniel Schwartz, Sam RobertsDescription: Back for its third season in 2014, Travel Channel’s “Toy Hunter” continues to follow acclaimed toy and collectible expert Jordan Hembrough as he travels across the country buying and selling great iconic toys. This new season will feature more celebrities as the scope of this toy hunter’s travels expands beyond basements and attics – taking him to bigger conventions, more Comic Cons and even overseas. Come hear about the evolution of the series directly from the show’s executive producer, Daniel Schwartz, as well as from Jordan himself! Moderated by Sam Roberts of SiriusXM.

Posted By: Skuldren for Roqoo Depot.

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